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Ideals are not something I can control. Its not logic that convinces me of something, its what my heart says.
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"Ideals are not something I can control. It's not logic that convinces me of something, it's what my heart says. My heart has a way of involving me in things, which can only be good for the music"

- Michelle Shocked

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This quote by Michelle Shocked talks to the power of feeling and intuition in the creative process. She suggests that ideals are not something that can be managed, however rather something that is felt in the heart. She suggests that it is not logic that drives her imaginative procedure, but rather her heart. This suggests that her innovative process is driven by emotion and intuition, instead of by rational thought. She likewise recommends that this psychological involvement in her music is beneficial, as it enables her to create something that is truly distinct and meaningful. This quote talks to the power of feeling and intuition in the imaginative process, and how it can be used to produce something genuinely unique.

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USA Flag This quote is written / told by Michelle Shocked somewhere between February 24, 1962 and today. He/she was a famous Musician from USA. The author also have 18 other quotes.

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